FEATURE ADVANCED MATERIALS & PROCESSES | MAY/JUNE 2023 51 HEAT TREAT 2023 SET FOR DETROIT Plans are currently underway for the 32nd Heat Treating Society Conference and Exhibition, scheduled for October 17-19 in Detroit. With the theme of “Driving the Future of Thermal Processing,” the show promises 2.5 days of opportunities to bridge research and industry. This year’s Heat Treat conference and expo is co- located with ASM’s annual meeting, International Materials, Applications, and Technologies (IMAT) Conference & Expo, and continues our long-standing and successful co-location with AGMA’s Motion & Power Technology Expo (MPTE). These co-located conferences offer the power of three events in one location, offering more content, more attendees, more networking, and more ROI. We’re excited to announce that we have confirmed three keynotes for this year’s Heat Treat, including Dr. Stefanie Tompkins, director, Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Dr. Iver Anderson, FASM, senior metallurgist, division of materials sciences and engineering at Ames National Laboratory, and Dr. Marvin Barnes, branch chief, advanced propulsion research and development at NASA. In addition to featuring these prestigious keynote speakers, the Heat Treat 2023 technical program will feature the latest research and development on a wide variety of important topics, including atmosphere technology and surface engineering, microstructural development and characterization, green heat treating/low carbon, new trends in global heat treating, residual stress, vacuum processes, quenching, simulation and modeling, and many more! Heat Treat 2023 will also continue to offer several exciting opportunities for students to showcase their skills and knowledge in the field of heat treatment/thermal processing. The Fluxtrol Student Research Competition provides an avenue for students to present their research findings to a panel of industry experts, allowing them to gain valuable experience and feedback on their work. Meanwhile, the HTS Strong Bar Competition challenges students to heat treat a load-bearing bar to provide maximum strength while maintaining ductility. These competitions not only offer students a chance to learn and grow in their field but also provide a platform for them to network and connect with professionals in the industry. HEAT TREAT 2023 CORE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE: Andrew Banka Airflow Sciences Corp. Technical Program Chair Timothy De Hennis Boeing Research & Technology Expo Co-Chair Chuck Faulkner Quaker Houghton Expo Co-Chair Trisha Rouse General Motors Technical Program Vice Chair You won’t want to miss the annual Women in Manufacturing and Engineering Breakfast on Tuesday morning. This event, organized in partnership by the Heat Treating Society, ASM International, and AGMA, is open to all attendees. To guarantee your spot at this empowering and inspiring gathering, make sure to secure your tickets early. In addition, the ASM Leadership Luncheon, Awards Dinner, and Evening Networking Event at the Waterview Loft are additional opportunities to celebrate the achievements of colleagues and make additional connections. With more than 200 companies from the heat treating industry, the Heat Treat 2023 expo show floor remains the go-to destination for networking and making valuable connections. Furthermore, the co-located conferences offer access to an additional 200 exhibitors, providing even more opportunities to explore the latest products and services available. Attendees can look forward to a range of engaging activities on the show floor, including a VIP guided industry tour on Monday, Solutions Center presentations, a Welcome Reception with exhibitors, and special activities for students. Come and join us for an unforgettable experience! Plan today to make your reservations and register at heattreatevent.org. 2 GUEST EDITORIAL
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